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Cheap flights from South Island to Rarotonga from $343

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — RAR
6 Mar — 13 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Rarotonga

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Cheapest flights from South Island to Rarotonga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Rarotonga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 February 2026.

Thu 5/306:15
CHC
-
RAR
1 stop12h 50m
Jetstar
Wed 11/321:05
RAR
-
CHC
1 stop12h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/2$689
Mon 30/1108:20
CHC
-
RAR
1 stop15h 15m
Jetstar
Sun 6/1201:35
RAR
-
CHC
1 stop12h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 4/2$696
Fri 4/1208:00
CHC
-
RAR
2 stops11h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/1201:35
RAR
-
CHC
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$855
Sat 1/810:30
CHC
-
RAR
1 stop8h 35m
Jetstar
Fri 7/822:05
RAR
-
CHC
1 stop12h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/2$863
Tue 15/1205:45
CHC
-
RAR
1 stop6h 55m
Air New Zealand
Tue 22/1221:20
RAR
-
CHC
2 stops13h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/2$874
Mon 30/1117:00
CHC
-
RAR
2 stops19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/1201:35
RAR
-
CHC
1 stop12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$878
Sat 1/815:20
CHC
-
RAR
Nonstop4h 45m
Air New Zealand
Sun 30/822:15
RAR
-
CHC
2 stops15h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/2$883
Sat 30/510:50
ZQN
-
RAR
1 stop8h 15m
Jetstar
Fri 5/622:05
RAR
-
ZQN
1 stop20h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/2$947
Sat 30/511:25
ZQN
-
RAR
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/622:05
RAR
-
ZQN
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$980
Sat 6/613:10
IVC
-
RAR
1 stop6h 55m
Air New Zealand
Sun 14/622:15
RAR
-
IVC
2 stops14h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 3/2$1,023
Tue 4/814:35
ZQN
-
RAR
2 stops21h 55m
Air New Zealand
Tue 11/822:15
RAR
-
ZQN
2 stops14h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/2$1,116
Thu 19/311:50
DUD
-
RAR
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/314:55
RAR
-
DUD
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,230

Find flight deals from South Island to Rarotonga

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Rarotonga flight deals. Data was last updated 4 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$689

One-way from

$343

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,100
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/3-11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 10m total
  • South Island to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 21/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 25m total
  • South Island to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($296 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to Rarotonga that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 4 February 2026.
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South Island

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Rarotonga

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 5/3

06:15-20:05

1 stop12h 50m

Rarotonga

Wed 11/3

21:05-08:25

1 stop12h 20m

$689

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 1/8

10:30-21:05

1 stop8h 35m

Rarotonga

Fri 7/8

22:05-08:40

1 stop12h 35m

$863

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 1/8

15:20-22:05

Nonstop4h 45m

Rarotonga

Sun 30/8

22:15-12:05

2 stops15h 50m

$883

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 1/8

15:20-22:05

Nonstop4h 45m

Rarotonga

Fri 7/8

23:05-02:15

Nonstop5h 10m

$894

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 1/8

10:30-21:05

1 stop8h 35m

Rarotonga

Fri 7/8

23:05-02:15

Nonstop5h 10m

$911

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Sat 30/5

10:50-21:05

1 stop8h 15m

Rarotonga

Fri 5/6

22:05-16:50

1 stop20h 45m

$947

QueenstownRarotonga

ZQN - RAR

ZQNRAR

Queenstown Intl

Sat 30/5

11:25-21:05

2 stops31h 40m

Rarotonga

Fri 5/6

22:05-12:20

1 stop16h 15m

$980

InvercargillRarotonga

IVC - RAR

IVCRAR

Invercargill

Sat 6/6

13:10-22:05

1 stop6h 55m

Rarotonga

Sun 14/6

22:15-10:20

2 stops14h 05m

$1,023

DunedinRarotonga

DUD - RAR

DUDRAR

Dunedin

Thu 19/3

11:50-20:05

1 stop7h 15m

Rarotonga

Thu 26/3

14:55-13:50

2 stops23h 55m

$1,230

DunedinRarotonga

DUD - RAR

DUDRAR

Dunedin

Sun 12/7

09:25-01:45

1 stop14h 20m

Rarotonga

Fri 17/7

22:05-11:15

1 stop15h 10m

$1,269

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to Rarotonga

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga (average of $419). Flying from South Island to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $823). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rarotonga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rarotonga. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rarotonga. Reviews last updated 4 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from South Island to Rarotonga. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
514 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
578 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to Rarotonga. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rarotonga from South Island?

    Most people fly into Rarotonga (RAR) if they book a flight to Rarotonga from South Island. Rarotonga is conveniently located just 0.8 km from Rarotonga’s city centre.

  • How popular is this South Island to Rarotonga flight route?

    The South Island to Rarotonga flight path was viewed by 20 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from South Island to Rarotonga?

    Airlines like Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly from South Island to Rarotonga in about 4h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 05m. There are 3557 km between South Island and Rarotonga. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Island to Rarotonga?

    The most popular flight routes from South Island to Rarotonga are Christchurch - Rarotonga, Queenstown Intl - Rarotonga and Invercargill - Rarotonga.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Island to Rarotonga?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $712. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Rarotonga) can be booked for $689 on average, our data indicates $932 when flying from South Island to Rarotonga.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Rarotonga that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Island to Rarotonga flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Island to Rarotonga?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Island to Rarotonga.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to Rarotonga?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island to Rarotonga by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga (average of $419). Flying from South Island to Rarotonga in December is currently the most expensive (average of $823). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from South Island to Rarotonga

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from South Island to Rarotonga. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 4 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$650Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$753Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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